What is the cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam is to train and taxi which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Maithon Dam?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Maithon Dam. However, there are services departing from Ranchi, Jharkhand and arriving at Dhanbad via Bokaro, Jharkhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Maithon Dam?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Maithon Dam. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Kumardubi via Dhanbad Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

The distance between Ranchi and Maithon Dam is 187 km. The road distance is 188.2 km.

How do I travel from Ranchi to Maithon Dam without a car?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Maithon Dam bus from?

Ranchi to Maithon Dam bus services, operated by Maharaja Bus, depart from Ranchi, Jharkhand station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Maithon Dam train from?

Ranchi to Maithon Dam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ranchi station.

Train or bus from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Ranchi to Maithon Dam bus arrive?

Ranchi to Maithon Dam bus services, operated by Maharaja Bus, arrive at Bokaro, Jharkhand station.

Where does the Ranchi to Maithon Dam train arrive?

Ranchi to Maithon Dam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Dhanbad Jn station.

Can I drive from Ranchi to Maithon Dam?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Maithon Dam is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Ranchi to Maithon Dam.

Where can I stay near Maithon Dam?

There are 26+ hotels available in Maithon Dam.

Ranchi to Maithon Dam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ranchi to Maithon Dam by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Dhanbadbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Dhanbad
2. Take the taxi from Dhanbad to Maithon Damtaxi
5h 37m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jntrain 13304 / ...
5h 57m
₹836–2,917
Drive 188.2 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Maithon Damcar 188.2 km
2h 54m
₹2,118–3,058
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Maithon Damtaxi 188.2 km
2h 54m
₹3,500–4,200
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Chittaranjantrain 18619 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Chittaranjan to Maithon Damtaxi
6h 35m
₹1,040–2,541
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Bokaro, Jharkhandbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Bokaro, Jharkhand
2. Take the bus from Bokaro, Jharkhand to Dhanbadbus Bokaro, Jharkhand - Dhanbad
7h 1m

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Distance: 187.1 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Ranchi, India and Maithon Dam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Maithon Dam via Bokaro, Jharkhand, Dhanbad, Dhanbad Jn, and Kumardubi in around 7h 1m.

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